Epic Build! I made a Bioshock Big Daddy and Diorama from Scratch!

I scratch built a Big Daddy Bouncer model from the video game Bioshock. This build is over over 19 inches (48 cm) tall and weighs over 6.6 pounds(3 kg) and took several weeks to complete. Built from various bit of junk, scraps, and trash (giblets) even spent 22lr, 9mm and Shot gun shells! Why not the city of Rapture is full of bullets. The Big Daddy is one of the most unique characters in video games from both a design standpoint and backstory or lore. And when Andrew Ryan kindly asks you to build it, you just feel compelled to comply so. . . here it is. Oh and, would you kindly watch this video, like and subscribe! #bioshock #bigdaddy #scratchbuild #scratchbashing
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Chapters
0:00 Intro
0:25 Shaping Body And Base Foundation
3:15 Daddy wears the Pants (and gets a new pair of shoes)
12:41 Getting the lead out (building lead ankle weights)
14:26 Get the Arms built. Arm Day!
16:51 Getting a hand, a Drill and Face
20:55 Armor Up
25:27 Getting the lead out 2 (this time around the belly)
26:26 Under Pressure - Tanks Build from various giblets
30:14 All about the Base
35:21 Final Showcase
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[@Whitepalace24]

As one of the creators of the Big Daddies, I heartily applaud your efforts!

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Wow thanks you! One of the coolest designs in video games! I may have worked with you or a coworker at some time. Thanks again 😀

[@thechubbycynic]

Bullet casings? Real leather? Googly eyes?! this is the most badass diorama ever built by like default

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Thanks for appreciating not only the build but even the materials. I love it!

[@StudsonStudio]

Whoa whoa, this is so good! A dream project! As someone who wears disposable contacts, I can't believe I've been throwing out quality domes.

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Wow! I am so humbled, that means the world coming from you! My daughter called me a hoarder when I started pulling her contact packaging from her trash. By the way, I saw your Howl's Moving Castle build when it was released. It was the spark that ignited my interest in starting my own channel. I thought " I am doing these projects for fun, might as well share". Thanks again!

[@skanndelus]

This interaction is curing my depression

[@alfred2744]

​@@skanndelusW H O L E S O M E

[@GodBroly]

Woah woah woah your telling me studson throws ANYTHING away? I call bullshit lol

[@xforeverknightx]

In all honesty this has probably been the best model I've seen built on KZbin and I consume a lot of these types of videos. I'm in love with it

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Thank you for the high compliment. There are so many great artist, thank you!

[@sergioaraya681]

Things you always need to make this kind of art works: hot glue,epoxy clay,pvc pieces,food packages,acrylic paintings,and don't forget: bullets and shotgun shells...

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Lol, can't do it without the bullets and shotgun shells. 😀

[@capatainnemo]

The thing you used for the drill is called a dibber, it's for making holes to put plants into the soil

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

See you can learn something new everyday! A dibber. Thanks for watching!

[@nostalgiahobbies]

The bit that amazes me is that you can see how to turn all those random junk bits into such amazing things... Never creases to astound me

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Thank you, I wish I can say there's some trick to it, I guess just practice. Thanks again

[@whinegummi6329]

Speechless. Just speechless. I watch a lot of model channels. But this is.... You deserve the world. Thank you so much for this. Subbed and here to annoy you with my comments.

[@cerisekappes580]

What an incredible use of unique materials… and created an amazing piece of art!!! 😊😊

[@JVSClayBuilds]

I've just finished playing both games. You have really capured the atmosphere of the game both in the video and the diorama, it looks amazing.

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

I am so glad you liked it! I wanted my piece to live up to the brilliance of this game.

[@marcoscaba3846]

An idea, imagination, planning and skills!

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

And a touch of crazy 🤣. Thank you!

[@marcoscaba3846]

@@TalesFromTheArtSide Crazy just adds to the magical combination!

[@CH3R.N0BY1]

i love the amount of metal and leather used, it makes the end piece look really nice

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

thank you, I am so glad you like it, and appreciate what I was trying to create with the scraps I had

[@Chillman_studios]

This is probably one of the coolest things I have ever seen

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Thank you so much, I really appreciate it!

[@makayleeanderson333]

You take something totally random and then all the sudden it just fits perfectly! Idk how you do that!!

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Laying in bed and planning it all out Hence not getting enough sleep 🥱

[@zkmudd6140]

This should have a million views, its scatch building at its finest

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Thank you for the comment! And thank for watching, hopefully we can get to that million views!

[@Onewolfmanpack]

A GIANT 100/10 !!! Would watch again! From the narration to the paceing of the video. Top stuff. And of cause the big daddy himself.. just real nice. Hope there is more to come.

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Wow, thanks you so much! I really appreciate it, this is a new channel and hearing that make building this channel worth while. And yes there will be more to come!

[@2112solas]

Dude ,that's just amazing. Love the way you use genuine leather and fabric ,rivets etc ,then just assorted junk from the workshop and the recycling bin. Keep it up. Subscribed.

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Thank you so much, thank you for subscribing!

[@gramitoncleric7]

One of the few times the algorithm has actually worked. Great stuff boss. All I have to say is Songbird. Can't wait to see what you have in store. We will be watching your career with great interest...

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Thank you so much! First time the algorithm has worked for me too! And yes Songbird is in queue.

[@tokestermarshall]

As a massive Bioshock fanboy this has got to be the coolest thing I've seen. Well done sir.

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

I am glad you appreciate it as a Bioshock fan. I am too! After 17 years it is still one of the greatest games. Thank you!

[@am-bushgaming4811]

The level of craftsmenship for every single thing you do is incredible. Keep it up big man!!

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Man, thank you! I'm so glad you appreciate it!

[@motorbichael]

Dude, no joke, this looks like something you'd pay close to $1000 for from an official website, this is amazing!

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Thanks you comment! I tried to make it look like something that would be on a high end collector's shelf

[@geo0711]

Songbird would be really cool. 🐦

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Songbird is in queue! Thank you 👍

[@lmnopopsicle]

I was just about to tag Studson but i see him down there already. YIIIKKEESSS this is phenomenal i nearly passed out at the time, detail, love and craft you put into this masterpiece. The base is excellent. You ought to be PROUD

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Yeah, it blew my mind when he commented on the video. Thank you so much, glad you enjoyed it! 😁

[@WoodysReptiles]

this is hands down amazing

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Sweet, thank you! So glad you like it!

[@RobCartwright]

Absolutely incredible! I can't get over how well this turned out. I'm completely inspired to get back into scratch building!

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Thank you so much. That's one of the reasons I am doing this, to inspire and help people what can be created from the most ordinary things.

[@dietrichwolf8189]

just amazing. i was hoping you might decorate the base with the designs of the little sister vents but maybe it would have clutered the base too much. hope to see more like this in the future.

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Thank you so much! I do like the idea of the little sister vents. I think working them in would have been a nice touch, good call!

[@Snowymae]

I’ve never thought of using leather before, but it’s actually perfect since it’s so moldable

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Yeah, if you can try the tooling leather sometime wet it and shape it. I keep finding new ways to use it all the time. Thanks for watching!

[@MisterTingles]

that's one *BIG* daddy

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Thank you!

[@casimons92]

Wow. Dude.. this is amazing. Attention to detail and the sturdiness/quality is unmatched. Awesome work !!

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Thanks a ton! Your the first person to mention the sturdiness! Not only should it look good but be reasonably durable, right? 👍

[@casimons92]

@@TalesFromTheArtSide taking the extra time to make it durable is an appreciation to watch. I couldn’t subscribe fast enough! Keep up the good work !

[@Metalstrom]

This is awesome. Love the fact that you actually used real leather in making some of the armour components and shoes - thats something that is not often seen in scratch bashing projects. Great job!

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

I enjoy using the metals and leather where I can. Thank you for appreciating it as well!

[@danwild1946]

Wow wow wow! Masterpiece

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!

[@Salindraste]

This is absolutely phenomenal work, Sir! KZbin really recommended a banger of a video with this one, and I hope you gain a lot of traction on it as it's certainly deserving!

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Thank you, it's really nice to have you like the work so much!

[@Plabs_]

This is RAD as hell! Phenomenal work!

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

I love it that you liked it so much! Thank you!

[@lordspork]

Wow, amazing build!

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Thanks for the compliment! I will have more coming! Stay tuned!

[@rogerthat4286]

absolute insane

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Sorry about sharing my insanity 😉😋 I'm glad you liked it

[@raganfears715]

I am so happy to have found your channel :,) I watch these kinds of videos constantly and I am so excited to see what all you make

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Thank you! I'm glad you found the channel as well! Welcome

[@115overexposed]

Wow this looks just amazing lost for words. I also very much enjoy the fact you basically made real tiny shoes for him 😊

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Thank you so much! Daddy needed a new pair of shoes!

[@cider-man1585]

That is mad!!! Massive respect fella! 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Thank you 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍!

[@joshuayoung7246]

Such a great job.. You should have millions of subs…but I am happy we get to experience this..and enjoy the process…nobody pushing a mid roll add…just content from start to finish. ! Thank you for this.

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Well hopefully your seeing the start of a new but upcoming channel. Thank so much!

[@SpaceManSpliffz]

holy crap. unbelievable. this is by far the coolest build i've seen in a long time. excellent work

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Thank you 👍 I really appreciate it

[@SpaceManSpliffz]

@@TalesFromTheArtSide keep em coming, your attention to detail and creativity are inspiring my dude

[@kurogiza]

Phenomenal. The attention to detail is just great.

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

I'm glad you appreciate the work I put into it! 😊

[@boxdenis1]

Incredible!!!!!Great!!!

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Thank you, I am so glad you enjoyed it!

[@dustirose29]

This is incredible! Would ya kindly make the songbird next?? Now I need to go replay Bioshock

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Thank you so much. If I can get enough people wanting songbird I will build it!

[@Artageddon23]

This is so fucking cool. If I were making it, I would've cut so many corners and details, but not you! The amount of work you clearly put into this just makes it so much more amazing! Even as huge of a BioShock fan as I am, I didn't know some of the details like the weights. Absolutely amazing!

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

I'm glad you appreciate the details and work put into this project. When I was building it I often wondered if it was worth it! Thank you 👍

[@Burleyboy13]

Woah.. this is insanely cool.. I don't understand how you can see it and how to make it work so far ahead... So sick.. liked shared and subbed for this one.

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Thank you so much! I'm glad you liked it! Plus your like, share and sub will help build this young channel. Thank you

[@jangelsthemoonmonkey]

Make a super mutant behemoth please

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Love the idea! That would be fun

[@matthewlucas9830]

I was hoping to just trust the process and holy crap. You smashed it! I love it so much. Great job! Would love to see you make a big sister maybe 🤔

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Yes, you have to trust the process! And yes Big Sister will be coming. Thank you for watching!

[@itadamson]

This is absolutely masterful. It's gorgeous! Youve got yourself a new subscriber.

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

It's great to have you as a subscriber. So valuable to this channel. And thanks for the compliment! 😌

[@WackusBonkusIsNaughty]

The odd clips of the little girl speaking, and you being moderately surprised by what she’s saying makes me feel like I’m having a schizophrenic episode. Very bizarre

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Welcome to the insane world of BioShock and Rapture. Hanging out with "little sisters" hopped up on Adam, everybody is going crazy! Thank you for watching!

[@emansuela_real]

Glad this channel was recommended to me! I can totally see this growing to be like North of the Border or studson studio

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Thank you subscribing. And it it is a high compliment to even be compared to North of the Border and Studson Studio. Thank you so much! So much work to get this channel rolling and you being a part helps immensely!

[@neonnerd1364]

Amazing.

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

thank you! So glad you like it.

[@jerrodmoore6958]

Wow you did an amazing job!!👏👏👏

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Thank you! I am glad you liked it. And thank you for taking time to comment. I appreciate it!

[@lightninghmmbug6232]

First build of yours ive seen ❤ and wow 😮 really enjoyed the content and build. Can't wait to watch more. Happy to subscribe and like and looking forward to seeing more 😊

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Awesome thank you! And your subscription really helps build this young channel!

[@DenDobru]

Я в полном восторге!

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

I am so glad you liked it! I had to translate what you said, but thank you very much!

[@timcyarb]

Seriously this is Amazing. Scratch building at an Adam Savage level if you ask me. Subbed,, Liked and looking forward to more builds.

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

thank you very much, to even be mentioned with Adam Savage. . . Humbling. Thank you

[@diyfireking]

You are a truly a master at your art 👍👍

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

😊 Thank you very much

[@BreeAnderson-vs4pz]

Love the accent "meāsure"

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Lol 😆 You get what you get. . .

[@MrTelecasterIV]

Brilliant!! "Would you kindly...?"

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Thank you! I am so glad you liked it. It was a joy for me to build.

[@MrTelecasterIV]

@@TalesFromTheArtSide Big Daddy looks awesome!

[@ZER0chan]

thats pretty cool, you did really good, love it

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Thank you so much! I never know if people will like the work. Thanks for the comment!

[@eggontoast608]

This is amazing!

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Thank you 👍

[@dimitric6540]

What a build!!! Subscribed 👏👏👏

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Thank you very much! And thank you for subscribing! You are helping greatly in building this small channel. More to come!

[@VonnaSTRICKLER]

This is so awesome, I love your art!

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Thank you so much!

[@waynethomas1882]

Beautiful Work

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Thank you very much! Thanks for watching!

[@elianderson5545]

This is awesome, the amount of time and effort put into these builds must be crazy

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

They take a minute or two 😉

[@ardencompton]

Wow! Amazing! But you ruined that apple sauce squisher thing! Can Big Daddy make apple sauce?

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

So that what that thing is? Apple sauce smasher I thought it was something like that 😆

[@Dan_Does]

Awesome!

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

So glad you liked it!

[@brianrobinson2962]

Just awesome mate

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Thank you I really appreciate it! Cheers!

[@Nightbrazen]

Awesome job!

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Thank you,? 😊

[@johnwashuffman]

Excellent work mate.

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Thank you so much!

[@RichardThompsonCA]

Very cool!

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Thank you 😊

[@cdawesome1235]

this is absolutely fantastic scratch building, im so impressed. you absolutely gained a subscriber!

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Welcome to the ArtSide! Thank you so much!

[@jackcleveland1175]

Nice one!

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Thank you ! I so glad you like it! ☺️

[@jameskennison9032]

You're really good at this. Like, really good. I create too... but I could never see parts inside of product cartons and shells and all the things you see parts in. I think you're kinda genius.

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Wow, I don't even know what to say. Thank you very much!

[@jameskennison9032]

@@TalesFromTheArtSide Hey, I call um like I see um. You've got real talent!

[@mnyfrsh]

The thing you made the drill out of is used to mash things through a conical sieve/colander called a chinois.

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Now that you mentioned it. I know what you are talking about (the conical sieve) and the wood piece pushes it though. Well now it's a drill! Thank you!

[@R2P2888]

Impresionante

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Thank you 👍

[@erikpalumbo2400]

I hope you are using an exhaust fan. Burning foam is not good to breathe

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

yeah, well ventilated area with the smoke being pulled out. Thanks for caring!

[@shoobaqueen3178]

That is SO EPIC! I love the googley rivets

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Just don't shake the Big Daddy 😉

[@alexanderalbach468]

Simply great ❤

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Thanks a lot 😊

[@dominiquea.j.lallement228]

Stupendo!😯🙃⚡️🏆⚡️

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Muchas Gracias!

[@user-vi8vi6wf8f]

Очень круто👍

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

thank you, very much

[@DrFate09]

Any chance of adding a Littlr Sister possibly holding/hiding behind one of his legs? 😎

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Yes, I know I need to make one. You caught me!

[@claytoncorker6450]

Please do big sister next I'm begging you

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

I'll tell you a little secret. . . in the works

[@claytoncorker6450]

@@TalesFromTheArtSide 💪💪💪 yes!!! Can't wait

[@florianf.7394]

Awesome work👍

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Thank you so much 😀

[@dadamssg87]

Very well done 👍 really enjoyed it!

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

I am glad you enjoyed it. It makes an artist feel great when his work is appreciated!

[@dadamssg87]

@@TalesFromTheArtSidei know the feeling! i have some similar videos on my art channel, @DavidMakinArt. You put a fire under me to get back to that!

[@bullgrim]

You have some serious skills, Sir!

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

I appreciate that! You must be talking about the part in the video I caught the hot glue drip when glueing on the hand? JK 😂 thanks again for watching

[@TheNITRO68]

Awesome creation got yourself a new sub glad this channel found me, keep up the great content 👍🙃 😜

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Thank you and thank you for the Subscription. There will be more to come!

[@TheNITRO68]

@@TalesFromTheArtSide Looking forward to it!

[@gradyanderson4450]

How do you hook up the electronics for you projects? Like you have the motor hooked up with the wires through the big daddy but what allows you to power and control them? Also what do you use for your led lights, are they just typical light strips with a controller?

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Yeah I used regular LED strips. Wiring both the light and motor to the controller. The motor to the Red light line. If that makes sense.

[@hungusmungus7959]

Very nice 😊

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Thank you much appreciated! 👍

[@CodedHumor]

Random question, are you also left handed?

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Good observation, yes, I am left handed. Welcome to the ArtSide!

[@CodedHumor]

@@TalesFromTheArtSide Thank you! Don't see many other left handed people! Happy to be here. Love Bioshock!

[@michaelsinghpurewal]

KUDOS

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Thanks, I appreciate it!

[@THEGREENTOXIC]

I could clearly see that you are from the united states because of all the bulletshells you are using

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Clearly I have some access to some spent ammunition. And I just recycle it in my own way!

[@THEGREENTOXIC]

@@TalesFromTheArtSide nothing wrong about it,but here in Germany you can't get bulletshells,that is only possible in America.

[@NaughtyShepherd]

This is such a great build. You deserve more subscribers sir! I just recently bought a 3d printer to help with my creative process, and now I feel lazy for not just using everything in my garage to build things. 😂 Love the extensive use of bullet casings! 🤜🏼🤛🏼 Also, I’m really curious how long this build took.

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Thanks for appreciating the use of anything I can find to make it work even raiding the extra nuts, bolts and picked up range casings. How long? I would estimate 40 hrs but it was just done here and there over about 2 months

[@noqualitydioramas]

This is amazing!

[@TalesFromTheArtSide]

Thank you, its good to hear that coming from a fellow builder!